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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LL52 EKCMOT history

LL52 EKC is a blue petrol MINI first used on 13 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 53,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2025.

LL52 EKC blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
53,675 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 EKC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL52 EKC was last recorded at 53,675 miles on 7 Mar 2025, 549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,126 miles · 7 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
549 miles
Average per year
2,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,675 miles
  • 2024 – 53,126 miles
  • 2023 – 51,665 miles
  • 2022 – 48,762 miles
  • 2021 – 46,390 miles
  • 2020 – 45,759 miles
  • 2019 – 44,414 miles
  • 2017 – 44,377 miles
  • 2016 – 41,638 miles
  • 2015 – 38,643 miles
  • 2014 – 35,237 miles
  • 2013 – 31,952 miles
  • 2012 – 27,955 miles
  • 2011 – 25,487 miles
  • 2010 – 22,374 miles
  • 2009 – 19,880 miles
  • 2008 – 16,721 miles
  • 2007 – 14,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,675 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Strap support loose but not effecting overall tank security (6.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded and rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,675 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    53,675 miles
    Test number
    281885450179
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Strap support loose but not effecting overall tank security (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail53,674 miles (+548)1 dangerous2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,674 miles
    Test number
    796798939331
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Strap support loose but not effecting overall tank security (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass53,126 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    53,126 miles
    Test number
    928710714944
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail53,126 miles (+1,461)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,126 miles
    Test number
    246528944884
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass51,665 miles (+2,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    51,665 miles
    Test number
    567205026827
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  6. Pass48,762 miles (+2,372)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    48,762 miles
    Test number
    258312964905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,390 miles (+631)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    46,390 miles
    Test number
    227677756658
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner edge below 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass45,759 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,759 miles
    Test number
    133879764071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner edge slightly worn

  9. Fail45,759 miles (+1,345)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,759 miles
    Test number
    646386263754
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner edge slightly worn

  10. Pass44,414 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    44,414 miles
    Test number
    214936506143
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded and rust (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail44,412 miles (+35)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,412 miles
    Test number
    881562983068
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s&n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded and rust (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass44,377 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,377 miles
    Test number
    685248797992
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

  13. Fail44,354 miles (+2,716)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,354 miles
    Test number
    127021242135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

  14. Pass41,638 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,638 miles
    Test number
    414817720916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,632 miles (+2,989)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,632 miles
    Test number
    213420362151
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass38,643 miles (+3,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    38,643 miles
    Test number
    142855894781
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

  17. Pass35,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,237 miles
    Test number
    977209034227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,237 miles (+3,285)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,237 miles
    Test number
    445339334257
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail31,952 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,952 miles
    Test number
    345921843203
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass31,952 miles (+3,997)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    31,952 miles
    Test number
    676781643217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,955 miles
    Test number
    727084932075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,955 miles (+2,468)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,955 miles
    Test number
    169764132061
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteWATER EXPANSION TANK CAP MISSING

  23. Pass25,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,487 miles
    Test number
    616335821067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail25,487 miles (+3,113)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,487 miles
    Test number
    965425521049
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass22,374 miles (+2,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,374 miles
    Test number
    312499620011
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass19,880 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,880 miles
    Test number
    163118329015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail19,878 miles (+3,157)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,878 miles
    Test number
    930607829044
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • NoteNeaside rear tyre droven flat 175/65/15t michelin xt1, conti, pirelli 3000

  28. Pass16,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    16,721 miles
    Test number
    101422838007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail16,721 miles (+2,455)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,721 miles
    Test number
    131711338079
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass14,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,266 miles
    Test number
    143915627037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL52 EKC

Does LL52 EKC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL52 EKC expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL52 EKC?
The MOT on LL52 EKC expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL52 EKC done?
LL52 EKC was recorded at 53,675 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2025, an average of 2,176 miles a year.
Has LL52 EKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 EKC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LL52 EKC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LL52 EKC find?
LL52 EKC passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; headlamp lens slightly defective both sides deteriorated.; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs, and 5 more.

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